TROMBONIST & EDUCATOR
One of my favorite blogs to read each week is Leo Babauta's Zen Habits. I find that so much of what he writes about is applicable to music. In a recent post, Leo discusses the concept he calls "The Rule of the Edge." In simple terms, it is pushing yourself towards the edge of discomfort and... Continue Reading →
Lately I have noticed that I have been using a lot of food analogies in lessons with my students. This is probably due to the fact that my lunch most days is pushed into the later part of the afternoon, so my stomach gets grumbly during lessons. Have you ever heard of "meal prepping?" This... Continue Reading →
Have you ever place an avocado pit in a jar of water like I did here? If so, then you know that it takes forever (well, 4 months) for it to grow into the little plant that I now have. My effort was pretty minimal, though. All I did was make sure that that there was enough... Continue Reading →
Many are familiar with Miguel Ruiz's The Four Agreements. It is seen as a way of promoting love and happiness in your life. Who wouldn't want that? Those of you who know me, know that I enjoy working on personal growth. I often find myself reading a book that has nothing to do with music and... Continue Reading →
